District Sales Manager

Role Overview

• The District Sales Manager (DSM) is an inspiring field leader who supports and directs stores within a given geographic area to drive strategic product sell-through, deliver key business results, hire, and develop store associates.
• DSMs ensure that store operational principles are followed and that each store provides exceptional customer service by offering their expertise on Lids’ products and services.
• DSMs are accountable for all aspects of their district performance.
• Manage the district’s hiring strategy, including planning / pipeline needs, recruitment strategy, projected turnover, and leaves of absence.
• Develop Store Managers (SM) in the skills of recruiting and training to continually strengthen the talents and results in the market.
• Share role and behavior expectations and coordinate onboarding training programs to acclimate new team members to Lids.
• Engage team members by creating a fun and productive environment, including helping them understand how their work supports the success of the district and Lids overall.
• Drive team engagement through impactful store visits and follow-up by ensuring district-wide store management team is provided recognition, gap assessment, ongoing training, and continuous check-ins.

Requirements

• Four-year degree in business or a related field and one-year relevant experience or; two-year degree in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience or; three years of relevant experience.
• Established ability to produce sales results, while minimizing loss.
• Proven aptitude to perform independently with minimal supervision.
• Proven supervisory skills, with capacity to deliver training material and assess retention.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate verbally in a clear, audible, and professional manner.
• Ability to operate a computer, as well as maneuver relative software programs.
• Ability to work varying days and hours, based on business needs, and maintain an excellent attendance record.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, certificate of auto insurance coverage, and the ability to drive an automobile.
• Extensive travel (up to 90%) in a given geographic area. Driving required for up to 100% of the daily work schedule.
• Ability and willingness to travel overnight for training and/or business meetings.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally climb a ladder and work with hands overhead.
• Ability to constantly stand on shift.
• Ability to frequently walk on shift.
• Ability to frequently hear and communicate verbally with customers, employees, and other personnel.
• Ability to frequently visually observe the store and read written or digital information.
• Ability to frequently operate a computer and mobile Point-of-Sale system, as well as maneuver relative software programs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan
• 100% employer-paid benefits, including short-term and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Uncapped Monthly Bonus Potential
• Generous employee discount and exclusive perks
• Attractive paid time off package including holidays and floating holidays
• Ongoing career development and professional training, including discounted secondary education courses and certification reimbursement for select departments.
• A collaborative, innovative, and team-oriented work environment
• Early Wage Access options to provide added financial flexibility